The 20 Best Apoplexy Doctors Near Me in Bridgeton, MO

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Last Updated: 09/26/2026

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MediFind found 460 doctor with experience in Apoplexy near Bridgeton, MO. Of these, 387 are Experienced, 66 are Advanced and 7 are Distinguished.

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    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Interventional Radiology | Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Interventional Radiology | Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Amer Shekhlee is an Interventional Radiologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Shekhlee is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 9 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Apoplexy, Brain Aneurysm, Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Shekhlee is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Vascular Neurology . Dr. Shekhlee is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Aim Anesthesia LLC

    3550 McKelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton,, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    William Wright is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton,, Missouri. Dr. Wright is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 14 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Apoplexy, Sick Sinus Syndrome, Pacemaker Implantation, and Endoscopy. Dr. Wright is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Office

    4500 Forest Park Ave Ste 1B, 
    Saint Louis, MO 
     (12.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Gregory Zipfel is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Saint Louis, Missouri. Dr. Zipfel is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 43 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subarachnoid Hemorrhage, Arteriovenous Malformation, Meningioma, Endovascular Embolization, and Thrombectomy. Dr. Zipfel is currently accepting new patients.

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    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    St Louis Heart And Vascular PC

    3550 Mckelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Hebrew
    Accepting New Patients

    Gil Vardi is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Vardi is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arterial Embolism, Cardiomyopathy, Angina, Heart Attack, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Vardi is board certified in American Board Of Internal Medicine - Cardiovascular Disease and American Board Of Internal Medicine - Interventional Cardiology. Dr. Vardi is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 205, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Arun Venkat is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Venkat is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 28 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmias, Heart Attack, Familial Ventricular Tachycardia, and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Venkat is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology . Dr. Venkat is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 205, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic, French
    Accepting New Patients

    Elie Azrak is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Azrak is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 23 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Aortic Valve Stenosis, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, Aortic Valve Replacement, and Transcatheter Aortic Valve Replacement (TAVR). Dr. Azrak is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology . Dr. Azrak is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Neurosurgery
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients

    Fangxiang Chen is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Chen is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 19 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Hydrocephalus, Subdural Hematoma, Awake Craniotomy, and Microdiscectomy. Dr. Chen is board certified in Drug Enforcement Administration , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , and Missouri State Board Of Registration. Dr. Chen is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 205, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi
    Accepting New Patients

    Ardaman Nanda is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Nanda is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 30 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atherosclerosis, Coronary Heart Disease, Cardiomyopathy, and Angina. Dr. Nanda is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology . Dr. Nanda is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Victor Williams is a Neurosurgery provider practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Williams is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Subdural Hematoma, Chronic Subdural Hematoma, Stroke, Laminectomy, and Awake Craniotomy. Dr. Williams is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Neurological Surgery . Dr. Williams is currently accepting new patients.

    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Distinguished in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Cardiac Electrophysiology
    Referral may be required

    SLUCare Physician Group

    1034 S. Brentwood Blvd., 
    St. Louis, MO 
     (9.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Mandarin
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Philip Mar is a Cardiologist and a Cardiac Electrophysiologist practicing medicine in St. Louis, Missouri. Dr. Mar is rated as a Distinguished provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arrhythmias, Apoplexy, Pacemaker Implantation, and Aortic Valve Replacement. Dr. Mar is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , American Board Of Internal Medicine, American Board Of Internal Medicine/Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease . Dr. Mar is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology | Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required
    3550 McKelvey Road, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Experience:
    44+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Harvey Serota is a Cardiologist and an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. He has been practicing medicine for over 44 years. Dr. Serota is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 18 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Endocarditis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Cardiomyopathy, Coronary Artery Bypass Graft (CABG), and Pacemaker Implantation. Dr. Serota is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, American Board Of Internal Medicine , Drug Enforcement Administration , American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Interventional Cardiology . Dr. Serota is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Internal Medicine

    Ardaman S Nanda Inc

    12266 De Paul Dr Ste 205, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Stanley Biel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Biel is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Cardiomyopathy, Ventricular Tachycardia, and Coronary Heart Disease. Dr. Biel is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Aim Anesthesia LLC

    3550 McKelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Robert Armbruster is an Interventional Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Armbruster is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Apoplexy, Angina, Mitral Valve Regurgitation, Coronary Heart Disease, and Endoscopy. Dr. Armbruster is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Aim Anesthesia LLC

    3550 McKelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Alok Katyal is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Katyal is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Angina, Heart Failure, Pacemaker Implantation, and Gastrostomy. Dr. Katyal is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Aim Anesthesia LLC

    3550 McKelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton,, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Sanjaya Saheta is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton,, Missouri. Dr. Saheta is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Atrial Fibrillation, Arterial Embolism, Heart Attack, Angina, and Heart Bypass Surgery. Dr. Saheta is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    Aim Anesthesia LLC

    3550 McKelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Urdu
    Accepting New Patients

    Usman Qayyum is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Qayyum is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 26 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Arrhythmias, Catecholaminergic Polymorphic Ventricular Tachycardia, Ventricular Tachycardia, and End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD). Dr. Qayyum is currently accepting new patients.

    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Advanced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Cardiology | Cardiology
    Referral may be required

    St Louis Heart And Vascular PC

    3550 Mckelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    George Kichura is an Interventional Cardiologist and a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Kichura is rated as an Advanced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 6 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Sengers Syndrome, Familial Hypertrophic Cardiomyopathy, Heart Attack, and Mitral Valve Regurgitation. Dr. Kichura is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    Aim Anesthesia LLC

    3550 McKelvey Rd, 
    Bridgeton,, MO 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hindi, Punjabi
    Accepting New Patients
    Offers Telehealth

    Toniya Singh is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton,, Missouri. Dr. Singh is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. She is also highly rated in 16 other conditions, according to our data. Her clinical expertise encompasses Cardiomyopathy, Arrhythmogenic Right Ventricular Cardiomyopathy, Atherosclerosis, and Sengers Syndrome. Dr. Singh is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Radiology | Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Interventional Radiology | Neurology | Neuroradiology
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Neurosciences

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 100, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hausa, Igbo
    Accepting New Patients

    Chizoba Ezepue is an Interventional Radiologist and a Neurologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Ezepue is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. He is also highly rated in 4 other conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Stroke, Apoplexy, Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA), Stent Placement, and Transmyocardial Revascularization. Dr. Ezepue is board certified in American Board Of Psychiatry & Neurology , Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Illinois Department Of Financial & Professional Regulation , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Psychiatry/Neurology-Vascular Neurology . Dr. Ezepue is currently accepting new patients.

    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Experienced in Apoplexy
    Referral may be required

    SSM Health Heart & Vascular Care

    12266 DePaul Drive, Suite 205, 
    Bridgeton, MO 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Arabic
    Accepting New Patients

    Mohammad Zabad is a Cardiologist practicing medicine in Bridgeton, Missouri. Dr. Zabad is rated as an Experienced provider by MediFind in the treatment of Apoplexy. His clinical expertise encompasses Cardiac Tamponade, Aortic Regurgitation, Vasculitis, and Heart Attack. Dr. Zabad is board certified in Missouri Dept Of Health/Narcotics&Dangerous Drugs , Missouri State Board Of Registration, Drug Enforcement Administration , and American Board Of Internal Medicine/Cardiovascular Disease . Dr. Zabad is currently accepting new patients.

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    Last Updated: 09/26/2026

    What is the definition of Apoplexy?

    Apoplexy is bleeding into an organ or loss of blood flow to an organ. For example,

    • Adrenal apoplexy -- bleeding into the adrenal glands
    • Pituitary apoplexy -- bleeding into the pituitary gland

    Apoplexy most often refers to stroke symptoms that occur suddenly. Such symptoms occur due to bleeding into the brain. It can also occur by a blood clot in a brain blood vessel. Conditions such as subarachnoid hemorrhage or stroke are sometimes called apoplexy.

    Functional apoplexy is when a person appears to be having stroke-like symptoms. However, there is no brain defect.

    When should I see an Apoplexy doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    There are various reasons why you may want to see a specialist, such as: 

    • Your primary care provider recommends it. 
    • Your condition requires expert knowledge and specialized care. 
    • Your symptoms persist or worsen despite treatment. 
    • You need specialized testing or procedures. 
    • You want a second opinion.  

    What should I consider when choosing an Apoplexy doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    It’s important to see a provider with expertise in your specific condition. Each provider profile in MediFind’s doctor database includes information on which conditions they treat, years of experience, research contributions, languages spoken, insurance plans accepted, and more.  

    How does MediFind rank Apoplexy doctors near Bridgeton, MO?

    MediFind’s rankings are based on a variety of data sources, such as the number of articles a doctor has published in medical journals, participation in clinical trials and industry conferences, as well as the number of patients that provider sees for a given condition. Note that MediFind’s provider database is not based on user reviews, and providers do not pay to be included in the database. 

    What types of insurance are accepted by Apoplexy doctors near Bridgeton, MO?

    Most profiles in MediFind’s doctor database include a list of insurance plans accepted by that provider. However, it’s a good idea to contact the provider’s office to make sure they still accept your insurance, then doublecheck by contacting your insurance plan to confirm they’re in network. 

    How can I book an appointment online with an Apoplexy doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    MediFind offers direct scheduling for certain providers using the “Request Appointment” button on that provider’s profile. If the schedule option is not available for a provider, tap the red “Show Phone Number” button on their profile to get their contact information. If you prefer to find providers who offer online scheduling, select “Schedules online” under the “Availability” category of the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. 

    Why is it important to get a second opinion from a different Apoplexy doctor?

    Second opinions are an opportunity to confirm a diagnosis and its root cause, learn about alternative treatment options, or simply gain peace of mind. Many people, especially those with serious diagnoses, get second opinions so they can understand all their options and make informed decisions, so don’t hesitate to get one if you have any doubts or need more information or clarification regarding your care. Note that some insurance plans require second opinions, while others don’t cover second opinions, so be sure to confirm with your insurance provider first.   

    How can I prepare for my appointment with an Apoplexy doctor near Bridgeton, MO?

    Prepare for your appointment by gathering the following items: 

    • Copies of medical records (dating back at least one year) 
    • Your medical history, including illnesses, medical conditions, surgeries, and other doctors you see 
    • Family history of disease 
    • List of current prescription drugs, over-the-counter medicines, vitamins, and herbal remedies or supplements including names and doses 
    • Allergies to medications, food, latex, insects, etc.  
    • List of questions and concerns 
    • Your insurance card 

    You might also contact the provider’s office to see if they offer transportation or childcare services or if you’re allowed to bring a loved one for support or to take notes during your visit. 

    What questions should I ask my Apoplexy doctor?

    Here are some sample questions: 

    • Can you explain in simple terms what this condition is and how it’s treated? 
    • What symptoms or side effects should I watch for? 
    • What tests will be involved, and when can I expect results? 
    • Are there other specialists I need to see? 
    • What’s the best way to reach you if I have follow-up questions? 

    How can I learn about the latest clinical trials and research advances my Apoplexy doctor may know about?

    MediFind’s Clinical Trials tool asks you a series of questions to help you narrow down your search by health condition, age, gender, location, how far you’re willing to travel, and more. Each question you answer filters down the number of trials until you find the ones that are most relevant to you. 

    MediFind’s Latest Advances tool features summaries of recent articles published in medical journals. We use cutting-edge technology to scour medical publication databases for the latest research advancements on any given condition, then we simplify this information in a way that’s useful and easy to understand. 

    Can I filter my search to show male or female Apoplexy doctors near Bridgeton, MO?

    Look for the filter feature on the left side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Female” or “Male” under the “Gender” category to search for female or male providers exclusively. If the “Any” option is selected, it will pull results for both male and female providers. 

    Can I filter my search to find an Apoplexy doctor that offers video calls?

    Look for the filter feature on the left-side of the Apoplexy doctor search results page. Select “Offers telehealth visits” under the Availability category to search for providers who offer virtual appointments (video calls). 

    Reviewed on: 11/11/24  

    By: MediFind Medical Staff 

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